Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3 hours
- Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
- Access to the Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour on our App
- Audio Guide
- Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data
- 25+ narration points of popular locations in Christchurch
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Explore Christchurch on foot and uncover a city reborn from the 2011 earthquakes into a vibrant mix of heritage and innovation. From the quirky Cardboard Cathedral to Gothic Revival gems, from buzzing New Regent Street to tranquil riverside terraces, every stop reveals resilience, creativity, and charm.
Wander through playful spaces...
- Duration from 3 Hours to 4 Hours
- Private Tour
- 1
Cardboard Cathedral
An architectural marvel built from giant cardboard tubes, this vibrant cathedral shines with stained glass light—a true symbol of Christchurch’s resilience and creativity.
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 2
The Margaret Mahy Family Playground
Step into a giant wonderland of ziplines, trampolines, water play, and storytelling magic—a playful tribute to New Zealand’s beloved children’s author.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 3
New Regent Street
Stroll through pastel Spanish-style façades, buzzing cafés, and heritage trams—this charming 1930s precinct blends history, color, and café culture perfectly.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
Chalice Sculpture
Neil Dawson’s towering Chalice gleams with native leaf patterns, standing proudly in Cathedral Square as a symbol of renewal and modern artistry.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 5
Cathedral Square
From Godley’s statue to the life-sized chessboard, this bustling square is Christchurch’s historic heart layered with stories, memorials, and resilience.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 6
Oxford Terrace
Its flowing tile façade mirrors Canterbury’s braided rivers and mountains—a striking, modern hub that honors both Ngāi Tahu heritage and renewal.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 7
Victoria Square
A peaceful garden of statues, fountains, and flowers where Queen Victoria and Captain Cook stand watch history, culture, and calm meet here.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 8
Hamish Hay Bridge
Cross this ornate bridge with its cream balustrades, floral clock nearby, and the Avon flowing beneath—a picture-perfect farewell to Victoria Square.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 9
Victoria Street
This lively strip buzzes with bars, eateries, and the city casino—showing off Christchurch’s playful side before leading you to heritage treasures.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 10
Victoria Street
Built for Queen Victoria’s Jubilee, this Gothic beauty froze at 12:51 during the 2011 quake a moving blend of heritage, tragedy, and resilience.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 11
Oxford Terrace
Housed in a 1934 heritage building, Miro blends riverside views, soulful food, and historic charm perfect for a relaxed, flavorsome pause.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 12
Oxford Terrace
A Queen Anne beauty with ornate terracotta panels once civic offices, later a cultural hub this heritage treasure tells Christchurch’s civic story.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 13
Avon River
Step down stone terraces to the Avon’s edge—ducks, laughter, and rippling water create a calm pause in the city’s vibrant flow.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 14
Bridge of Remembrance
A grand stone arch honoring Canterbury’s soldiers walk through and feel history, sacrifice, and beauty united over the Avon River.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 15
Gloucester Street
Gothic Revival landmarks housing treasures of culture, history, and Antarctic exploration this complex is Christchurch’s cultural soul.
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 16
Edmonds Clock Tower
A 1929 gift of beauty—gargoyles, carvings, and inscriptions crown this Gothic-style clock tower, lovingly restored after quakes, standing tall as a heritage gem.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 17
Rolleston Avenue
End your tour in a lush sanctuary—statues, fountains, and global trees weave a peaceful escape, Christchurch’s green heart since 1863.
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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